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    GlossaryWnt pathway activator

    stimulates cell growth and development through Wnt signaling

    A Wnt pathway activator is a substance or molecule that stimulates the Wnt signaling pathway, a crucial cell communication system involved in regulating cell growth, development, and differentiation. This pathway plays a significant role in hair follicle development and regeneration, making Wnt activators potential therapeutic agents for conditions like alopecia (hair loss).

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      community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

      in Research/Science  92 upvotes 3 years ago
      The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.

      community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

      in Treatment  40 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

      community How does low level laser therapy?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is debated for hair regrowth, with some users suggesting it should be combined with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for effectiveness. Many users express skepticism about LLLT's efficacy and cost, emphasizing the need for the correct wavelength and quality devices.

      community Don’t Get Too Hyped About PP405. We've Seen This Movie Before.

      in Research/Science  218 upvotes 3 months ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment showing early promise with a 20% hair density increase, but skepticism exists due to past failures of similar treatments like Pyrilutamide, RU58841, and Bimatoprost. Users debate its potential effectiveness, with some hopeful due to Google's involvement, while others urge caution without more evidence.